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Economy airfare or flight credit included of up to $2,800pp*
Expires 30 November 2026
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*One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
*Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
*Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
*24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
*Port taxes & fees
*Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase
*Visits to UNESCO Sites
*Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances
*Onboard gratuities
Our stateroom includes:
*River-view stateroom
*Bottled water replenished daily
*110/220 volt outlets
*Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
*Private bathroom with shower, heated floor & anti-fog mirror
*Premium Freyja® toiletries
*Plush robes & slippers (upon request)
*40″ or 42″ flat-screen Sony® TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, FOX & more
*Telephone, safe, refrigerator
*Individual climate control
*All amenities on board Viking Longships; amenities vary on other ships.
*Prices are per person, in Australian dollars, based on double occupancy and correct at time of publication. Prices include all advertised discounts, and all offers are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. All offers are only valid for new bookings and only on selected departures made between 01 April – 30 November 2026 at 7:00pm (AEST) unless sold out prior. Viking reserves the right to correct errors or omissions and to change any and all fares, fees and surcharges at any time. View the Passenger Ticket Contract for full booking terms and conditions. Itineraries are subject to change and may vary by departure date. Map depicts the standard itinerary offered.
Embark your ship and settle into your stateroom. Riverside beauty and a vibrant cultural scene blend together in Budapest to form one of Europe’s most rewarding cities. Hungary’s enchanting capital straddles the banks of the Danube, with traditional hillside Buda on one side and modern Pest on the other. By day, stunning art nouveau buildings, stalwart castles and grand palaces set the stage for inspiring strolls and long soaks in thermal spas. By night, the shimmering lights of the Parliament building dance across the waters of the Danube, the Chain Bridge uniting it all as a dramatic centerpiece.
Shore Excursions
Budapest by Night
An Enchanting Evening of Sights and Landmarks
Be captivated by Budapest as you explore the city after dark and raise a toast to its stunning landmarks. Meet your guide and set off on a panoramic drive to witness several iconic sights. Admire the twinkling lights along the Danube and enjoy memorable views of the city known as the “Paris of the East.” See brilliantly illuminated bridges, including the Liberty Bridge—the shortest bridge in the city that connects Buda and Pest. View landmarks, such as Gellért Hill and Buda Castle, as your knowledgeable guide regales you with stories of the city’s history. Your drive continues along the Danube River to the beautiful Parliament building; its illuminated façade is a sight to behold after dark. Cap your excursion with a visit to a bar, where you can enjoy views of the Danube River as you sip a glass of sparkling wine.
The Christmas season adds another layer of beauty to the already romantic charms of Budapest. Nestled in the heart of Pest lies Vörösmarty Square, home to the city’s largest yuletide market. The enticing aroma of national specialties permeates the air as vendors display traditional and contemporary handicrafts. At the cozy St. Stephen’s Basilica market, mulled wine keeps revelers warm as nightly light shows illuminate the church’s facade. Across the Danube in Buda, Old-World allure mingles with festivities in Fő Square, where seasonal events and an outdoor ice rink entertain.
Shore Excursions
Panoramic Budapest
Hungary’s Graceful and Inspiring Capital
Take in one of Europe’s great cultural capitals and see its iconic sights. Over the last few decades, Budapest has reemerged as one of the continent’s iconic cities, divided by the Danube River and connected by the graceful Chain Bridge. Meet your guide for a panoramic tour, beginning in modern Pest. Along the elegant Andrássy Avenue, admire the National Opera House. Pass Heroes’ Square, a spacious plaza of monuments and statues commemorating the Magyar state. Across the river, explore the more traditional Buda side of the city. Here, visit the Castle District with its massive hilltop castle complex, the turreted Fisherman’s Bastion and Matthias Church. From the heights of Buda Hill, take in views of the famous Chain Bridge. Afterward, enjoy free time to explore the enchanting Buda Hill Castle area at your leisure, before returning to your ship.
Christmas Market St. Stephen’s Basilica
Visit the Festive Markets of Budapest
Delight in the twinkling lights of Budapest during the Christmas season and sample traditional Hungarian treats. Meet your guide and embark on a short drive to the illuminated St. Stephen’s Basilica, the city’s stunning neoclassical cathedral and one of Hungary’s biggest churches. Upon arrival, enjoy free time to explore the market on your own. This Advent Fair boasts a magnificent 60-foot tree; at its base, skaters twirl across the ice and mouthwatering delicacies are offered from its surrounding stalls; perhaps try a flavorsome goulash (traditionally spiced with paprika) or a delicious langos (a deep-fried flat bread that can be served with a variety of toppings). For a sweet treat, savor kurtosh, also known as “Hungarian chimney cake;” this soft baked donut is a favorite among locals. After your tour, you will transfer back to your awaiting ship.
The aroma of mulled wine and Slovakian delicacies mixes with the sound of Christmas carols to turn Bratislava’s historic Old Town into a winter wonderland during the holiday season. The medieval Bratislava Castle overlooks light-festooned streets that give the city a fairytale glow. Vendors in Hlavné Námestíe Square display authentic artisanal handicrafts, and a specially decorated Christmas tram adds to the holiday atmosphere as it transports visitors to the different fairs spread out around the city.
Shore Excursions
Bratislava’s Christmas Market & Organ Concert
Enjoy the Festive Sights and Sounds
Stroll Bratislava’s Old Town and experience the Christmas market with an enchanting organ recital. Join your local guide and set off along the Amber Road, tracing the ancient trade route that once linked Northern and Southern Europe. Stop to view the Gothic-style Universitas Istropolitana, the first university founded in present-day Slovakia. Feel the festive spirit as you visit the old town on foot, admiring the illuminated main square. Around the square, you will see the rococo, late-Baroque Grassalkovich Palace, residence of the president, and the rose-hued Archbishop’s Palace, home to the mayor. Stop at the Gothic St. Martin’s Cathedral and enjoy an organ concert of festive carols. Afterward, visit the Christmas market and walk among traditional stalls, brimming with yuletide treats, handcrafted Christmas ornaments, and more.
The yuletide season transforms Vienna’s beautiful squares into delightful Christmas markets. Festive lights illuminate the Old Town. The Schönbrunn market, set in front of the baroque Hapsburg summer palace, and Freyung market, nestled in the city center, are the perfect destinations for unique handmade decorations. Seasonal music and choral singing provide a merry ambience to holiday festivities in Am Hof Square, while the market at Belvedere Square mixes excellent shopping opportunities with views of the stately palace and adjacent lake to create a fairytale atmosphere.
Shore Excursions
Panoramic Vienna & Christmas Market
Enjoy Yuletide Festivities in Europe’s Romantic Capital
Discover the magnificent architectural highlights of Vienna, Austria’s elegant capital, during a festive tour. Set out on a combined motor coach and walking tour that focuses on the splendid buildings along the remarkable Ringstrasse, the gracious boulevard laid out on the site of the old city walls during the mid-19th century. Step back in time as you admire these elegant public buildings, grand residences, and imposing palaces. Pay a short visit to the Christkindlmarkt at the St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Afterward, you will take a stroll through the stunning Christmas Market around Maria Theresien Platz. Known for its outstanding and unique handicrafts and artistic decors, this atmospheric market will give plenty of opportunity for shopping and browsing its many stalls. After a brief orientation tour, you may enjoy free time to explore at your leisure or return to your awaiting ship.
Vienna’s Sights Up Close
See the Capital’s Historic Landmarks
Travel like a local as you journey by subway and on foot to view the city’s main sights. Begin with a subway ride to Karlsplatz, where you will walk by the stunning opera building and see the famed Viennese coffeehouse, Café Sacher, and Albertinaplatz. The engaging walk also takes you by the Spanish Riding School, named for the Spanish horses that formed one of the bases of the Lipizzan breed, at Josefsplatz. Continue with your guide along Kohlmarkt, home to many luxury boutiques and the acclaimed pastry shop, Demel, established in 1786. Visit the Judenplatz Holocaust Memorial and then walk to one of the oldest squares in Vienna, Hoher Markt, where the historic Ankeruhr (Anker Clock) stands. Enjoy some free time at Stephansplatz before heading back to the ship via the subway.
Krems, Austria
A small university town at the eastern end of the Danube’s Wachau Valley, Krems is surrounded by terraced vineyards. In its heyday, during the 12th century, Krems held even more importance than Vienna for its iron, grain, salt and wine trade. As to the latter, the city has played a long and celebrated part in the popularity of the Wachau’s wine culture; the valley’s south slopes in Krems are bathed in sunlight all day and create some of the best Riesling and Veltliner wines in the world. The city’s cobblestone streets, taverns, wine bars and coffeehouses have a timeless appeal.
Scenic Sailing: Wachau Valley
Linz is today’s provincial capital of Upper Austria. The city’s famous Linzer Torte, the jam-filled cake topped with almonds, hails from here and can be found in any number of cafés and the stalls of the city’s Christmas markets. In the Old Town, the baroque architecture of the main square provides a stunning backdrop for its Christmas market as the scent of gingerbread fills the air. At the Volksgarten, a nativity scene provides an atmospheric feature with the sounds of classical music and moving figurines that tell the story of the birth of Jesus Christ.
Shore Excursions
Historic Linz at Christmas
Embrace Holiday Festivities and Yuletide Spirit
Immerse yourself in Linz’s festive spirit with a walk to explore its notable past and visit the Christmas market. Admire the city’s modern sites along the Danube by foot and learn the history of this municipality once owned by the Habsburgs. Continue along the bank to reach Old Town, where you can revel in the yuletide atmosphere and admire its baroque town houses until you reach the Hauptplatz. Here, you may step inside the New Cathedral, if the church’s schedule allows, and admire its ornate interior. Also hosted in the Hauptplatz is the local Christmas market. Browse market stalls brimming with handicrafts and seasonal delights, and marvel at the festive lights. Keep the cold at bay as you sip on a spiced, warm glühwein. Enjoy free time to browse the stalls and search amongst the handmade ornaments, pottery and jewelry for the perfect Christmas gift.
Centered around the beautiful St. Stephen’s Cathedral, home to Europe’s largest pipe organ, the romantic market stalls of the Christkindlmarkt are a delight to explore. An array of handmade goods, from tasty treats to ornaments, offer a wealth of opportunity to take home a unique artisan gifts created by local craftsmen. Periodically throughout the festive season, the cathedral hosts yuletide concerts; the sound of choirs singing can be heard as their voices echo through the courtyard and the town’s narrow streets.
Shore Excursions
Christmas Traditions in Passau
Witness Advent Wreath Demonstration and Taste Gingerbread
Stroll historic Passau, watch an Advent wreath demonstration and sample a yuletide treat—gingerbread. Known as “the city of the three rivers” and founded more than 2,000 years ago, Passau is one of the oldest cities in Bavaria. Your knowledgeable guide will take you through the stunning Old Town and pause to admire its imposing baroque cathedral. Along the way, gaze up at the twinkling lights and enjoy the scent of spiced gingerbread, sausages grilling and almonds roasting from street vendors. Stop and learn tips on how to craft the perfect Advent wreath and see how gingerbread is made at a local bakery. Afterward, enjoy free time to browse the stalls of local artisan craftsmen, who display all manner or handmade gifts from unique woolens, delicate glass ornaments and traditional wooden toys. After your tour, you will return to your awaiting ship.
Bid farewell to your fellow guests and journey home. Or spend more time exploring, perhaps joining one of our extensions.
More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.
Pre & Post Cruise Extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.
Explore Hungary’s legendary capital city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the Castle District, venture across the Danube along the Chain Bridge and indulge in some delightful local cuisine.
Arrive in Budapest, then transfer to your hotel. Take the rest of the day to relax and sample some Hungarian cuisine. A Viking Host is available to help you plan your time in Budapest so you can make the most of your visit.
You have a full day to enjoy some of the sights and attractions of this beautiful city. Cross the Danube via the famous Chain Bridge and walk through Pest, perhaps pausing to do some shopping along Váci Street. Or enjoy the hillier Buda neighborhoods, tour the Hungarian National Gallery or relax at one of the city’s elegant thermal spas. (B)
After breakfast, enjoy the morning at leisure before transferring to your ship in the afternoon. (B)
InterContinental Budapest
Overlooking the Danube River and offering stunning views over the Parliament building, the Intercontinental Hotel Budapest is located in close proximity to the castle district. Guest rooms are elegantly appointed and the on-site spa offers soothing relaxation therapies and sauna. The hotel’s Arz restaurant serves upscale Lebanese fare.
SEASONAL PRICING
UPGRADE TO OUR PREMIUM HOTEL: The award-winning Four Seasons Gresham Palace is located by the Chain Bridge in the heart of Budapest. This hotel is a stunning example of Art Nouveau architecture, with a sweeping staircase, stained glass, mosaics and ironwork. This Premium experience includes a guided small-group walking tour so you can explore the city intimately.
NOTE: Extension is not available on all departure dates; confirm availability & seasonal pricing when booking. Pricing may vary by departure or activity date. Activity order may vary. Accommodations are subject to change depending on availability; if advertised hotel is not available, a similar hotel will be confirmed. Any included flights are economy class. Luggage restrictions may apply on intra-country flights. Specific details will be provided once program is confirmed.
The following meals are included for all days as listed: B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner
Indulge yourself with a stay at the Four Seasons Gresham Palace with stunning views over the Danube. Your included tour—in an intimate group—allows you to discover more and gain tips to make the most of your stay. On your own, explore Budapest’s treasures or relax in the thermal waters at a local spa.
Arrive in Budapest, then transfer to your hotel. Take the rest of the day to relax and sample some Hungarian cuisine. A Viking Host is available to help you plan your time in Budapest so you can make the most of your visit.
You have a full day to enjoy some of the sights and attractions of this beautiful city. Cross the Danube via the famous Chain Bridge and walk through Pest, perhaps pausing to do some shopping along Váci Street. Or enjoy the hillier Buda neighborhoods, tour the Hungarian National Gallery or relax at one of the city’s elegant thermal spas. (B)
After breakfast, enjoy the morning at leisure before transferring to your ship in the afternoon. (B)
Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace
Selected as our Premium hotel for its grand elegance and award-winning service, the Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace offers panoramic vistas from its prime location. Savor fine Hungarian cuisine or visit the spa and indulge in a pampering body treatment. Your stay includes an intimate guided walking tour of Budapest (average group size 8–12).
SEASONAL PRICING
NOTE: Extension is not available on all departure dates; confirm availability & seasonal pricing when booking. Pricing may vary by departure or activity date. Activity order may vary. Accommodations are subject to change depending on availability; if advertised hotel is not available, a similar hotel will be confirmed. Any included flights are economy class. Luggage restrictions may apply on intra-country flights. Specific details will be provided once program is confirmed.
The following meals are included for all days as listed: B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner
Discover the Czech Republic’s vibrant capital, the “City of a Hundred Spires.” Tour Hradčany Castle, visit the Gothic St. Vitus Cathedral and stroll along Charles Bridge.
Disembark your ship and embark on a scenic drive to Prague. Check in to your hotel and enjoy an evening at your leisure. Perhaps sample some of the hearty local cuisine, or take a stroll to view some of the city’s monuments beautifully illuminated. A Viking Host is available to help you plan your time in Prague so you can make the most of your visit.
Set out on a panoramic tour of Prague, including a guided walk through Prague Castle. Few cities embody the past as authentically as Prague, the Czech Republic’s atmospheric capital that clings to its history with unwavering passion. Prague’s medieval architecture is its most prominent, but the city is also a rich repository of Romanesque, baroque and art nouveau buildings that stir the imagination. Later, enjoy free time to visit some of the city’s landmarks or museums. (B)
Spend the day further exploring Prague on your own. See more of the Old Town or check out some of Prague’s more modern sights such as the Frank Gehry–designed Dancing House, an office building inspired by Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. Cross Charles Bridge, see the Astronomical Clock and the Lennon Wall, and stand in historic Wenceslas Square. Stroll past the colorful cottages on Golden Lane, or visit the Jewish Quarter and see the 13th-century Altneuschul, Europe’s oldest active synagogue. (B)
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and proceed to the airport for your return flight. (B)
Art Nouveau Palace Hotel Prague
Art Nouveau Palace Hotel Prague is located in the center of the city on the border between Old Town and New Town. This historic hotel has three dining options, a fitness center and complimentary Internet access. Guest rooms have a private bath with a hair dryer, coffee maker, TV, complimentary Internet access and a phone.
SEASONAL PRICING
UPGRADE TO OUR PREMIUM HOTEL: Located a five-minute walk from Prague Castle, Charles Bridge and Wallenstein Gardens, the historic Augustine Hotel Prague boasts a connected, still-active Augustine monastery complete with 13th century library. This Premium experience includes a guided small-group walking tour so you can explore the city intimately.
NOTE: Extension is not available on all departure dates; confirm availability & seasonal pricing when booking. Pricing may vary by departure or activity date. Activity order may vary. Accommodations are subject to change depending on availability; if advertised hotel is not available, a similar hotel will be confirmed. Any included flights are economy class. Luggage restrictions may apply on intra-country flights. Specific details will be provided once program is confirmed.
The following meals are included for all days as listed: B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner
Indulge yourself with a stay at the elegant Augustine Hotel Prague, centrally located in a beautifully restored former monastery. Your included guided tour—in an intimate group—allows you to discover more and receive personalized tips to make the most of your stay. Explore Prague’s medieval gems on your own or sample one of the city’s local brews.
Transfer from your ship to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore on your own and sample some of the hearty local cuisine. This evening, see the city’s monuments, including the National Theater, Prague Castle and the famous Charles Bridge, beautifully illuminated. A Viking Host is available to help you plan your time in Prague so you can make the most of your visit.
Set out on a panoramic tour of Prague, including a guided walk through Prague Castle. Few cities embody the past as authentically as Prague, the Czech Republic’s atmospheric capital that clings to its history with unwavering passion. Prague’s medieval architecture is its most prominent, but the city is also a rich repository of Romanesque, baroque and art nouveau buildings that stir the imagination. Later, enjoy free time to visit some of the city’s landmarks or museums. (B)
Spend the day further exploring Prague on your own. See more of the Old Town or check out some of Prague’s more modern sights such as the Frank Gehry–designed Dancing House, an office building inspired by Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. Cross Charles Bridge, see the Astronomical Clock and the Lennon Wall, and stand in historic Wenceslas Square. Stroll past the colorful cottages on Golden Lane, or visit the Jewish Quarter and see the 13th-century Altneuschul, Europe’s oldest active synagogue. (B)
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and proceed to the airport for your return flight. (B)
Augustine Hotel
Selected as our Premium hotel for its rich history and prime location, the Augustine Hotel Prague offers contemporary accommodations in a beautifully restored setting. Dine beneath the stars in the courtyard or sip on a cocktail in the monks’ former refectory. Your stay includes an intimate guided city tour of Prague (average group size 8–12).
SEASONAL PRICING
NOTE: Extension is not available on all departure dates; confirm availability & seasonal pricing when booking. Pricing may vary by departure or activity date. Activity order may vary. Accommodations are subject to change depending on availability; if advertised hotel is not available, a similar hotel will be confirmed. Any included flights are economy class. Luggage restrictions may apply on intra-country flights. Specific details will be provided once program is confirmed.
The following meals are included for all days as listed: B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner
Immerse yourself in the spirit of the season at the traditional Christmas markets of the Bavarian capital of Munich and the enchanting Austrian city of Salzburg. Discover Munich’s iconic sights and the musical legacy of Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart and filming location for The Sound of Music.
Disembark your ship and set out to see the most renowned sites where The Sound of Music was filmed, including the gardens at Mirabell Palace, where the Pegasus Fountain and a now-famous stairway played a role in the song “Do-Re-Mi.” You will also see Nonnberg Abbey, Hellbrunn Palace and St. Michael’s Basilica, where Maria and Baron von Trapp’s wedding was filmed. Continue to Salzburg, the revered birthplace of Mozart, and check in to your hotel. This evening, enjoy dinner at your leisure.
Today, get an in-depth look at one of Austria’s most stunning cities. See the place of Mozart’s birth, then continue to the Alter Markt, Salzburg’s oldest marketplace. At Domplatz, see the impressive Salzburg Cathedral and immerse yourself in its famed Christkindlmarkt, which traces its roots back to the 14th century. Enjoy time to peruse its many traditional stands, lit overhead by strands of lights that evoke the winter stars. This afternoon, continue exploring on your own. (B)
Today, take a guided tour of Munich’s iconic landmarks, culminating in a visit to its famous Christmas market. Located in Marienplatz, in front of the neo-Gothic Town Hall, it is Germany’s largest Kripperlmarkt (manger market) and exudes undeniable old-world Bavarian charm. Stroll past the many stalls displaying nativity scenes and handcrafted wares while traditional Bavarian music fills the air. After lunch, continue to Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (B)
Today, visit one of the region’s spectacular palatial treasures built by one of Bavaria’s most celebrated monarchs, King Ludwig II. Drive into the countryside, where you will see the famed Neuschwanstein Castle. This fairy-tale fortress was built as an homage to composer Richard Wagner, and was the inspiration for the setting of Walt Disney’s Sleeping Beauty. Then travel to Oberammergau, a picturesque alpine village famous for its once-in-a-decade Passionsspiele about the life of Jesus. (B)
Check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your return flight home. (B)
Hyperion Hotel Salzburg
Situated in the historic Palais Fauber building in the Neustadt district, next to the Mirabell Palace, the Hyperion Hotel Salzburg offers elegantly appointed rooms with modern amenities. The Gaunmenfreund Restaurant serves a range of international cuisine and the bar offers an informal meeting place to enjoy a coffee or a cocktail.
Steigenberger Hotel München
In the heart of Schwabing, the Steigenberger Hotel München is in close proximity to Munich’s city center and the Englischer Garten. Comfortable accommodations offer modern amenities, and the on-site, open-kitchen restaurant serves Bavarian cuisine alongside an impressive range of Bavarian and international beers.
NOTE: Extension is not available on all departure dates; confirm availability & seasonal pricing when booking. Pricing may vary by departure or activity date. Activity order may vary. Accommodations are subject to change depending on availability; if advertised hotel is not available, a similar hotel will be confirmed. Any included flights are economy class. Luggage restrictions may apply on intra-country flights. Specific details will be provided once program is confirmed.
The following meals are included for all days as listed: B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner
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Cancellation and change policies vary by cruise line and fare type. Refundable fares offer more flexibility, while non-refundable fares may incur penalties.
Yes, you can request an upgrade, and some cruise lines offer upgrade bidding programs. Availability depends on demand.
Booking early (12–18 months in advance) or during wave season (January to March) often provides the best deals and perks.
Cabin choices depend on your preferences: Interior: No windows, budget-friendly. Oceanview: Window or porthole for natural light. Balcony: Private outdoor space. Suite: Luxurious amenities and more space.
Yes, it’s recommended to book popular shore excursions early to secure a spot. Many cruise lines and third-party operators offer online bookings.
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